2024 Volkswagen Tiguan vs 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning
Which is bigger, the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan or 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The figures show over 137.2 cm of separation between the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning and 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan, which is a huge difference. At 19 cm wider, the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning would better suit the open road, while the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan would win for turning tight corners in a direct comparison. Height heavily favours the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning, which measures 32.9 cm taller than the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan. Side-by-side, the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning’s wheelbase looks incredibly long next to the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan, with 102 cm between them.
Measurements
Length
453.9 cm
591.1 cm (+137.2)
Height
166 cm
198.9 cm (+32.9)
Width (excluding mirrors)
184.2 cm
203.2 cm (+19)
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
243.8 cm
Ground clearance
N/A
21.3 cm (+102)
Wheelbase
267.6 cm
369.6 cm (+3.7)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
453.9 cm
1.3 cm longer than the average Crossover
591.1 cm
48.4 cm longer than the average Pickup
Height
166 cm
3.2 cm taller than the average Crossover
198.9 cm
12.1 cm taller than the average Pickup
Width (excluding mirrors)
184.2 cm
0.7 cm narrower than the average Crossover
203.2 cm
8.8 cm wider than the average Pickup
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
243.8 cm
20.9 cm wider than the average Pickup
Ground clearance
N/A
21.3 cm
1.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Pickup
Wheelbase
267.6 cm
4.8 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
369.6 cm
38.6 cm longer wheelbase than the average Pickup
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
Comparing 1,495 L (SAE) to 652 L (VDA) is difficult due to the differing measurement methods, but the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning’s seats up capacity is way above average for its size class. Comparing maximum cargo space is a challenge here as 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning is measured at 1,495 L (SAE) while 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan uses the VDA standard. That said, the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning is typical for the pickup segment.
Measurements
Standard cargo capacity (VDA)
The standard cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
652 L
N/A
Largest cargo capacity (VDA)
The largest cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
If only one VDA figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
1,650 L
N/A
Standard cargo capacity (SAE)
The standard cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
N/A
1,495 L
Largest cargo capacity (SAE)
The largest cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
If only one SAE figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
N/A
1,495 L
Frunk capacity
N/A
400 L
Cargo space vs length
This DriveSize metric divides blended cargo volume by overall vehicle length.
Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure, using VDA where available and SAE otherwise.
220.6 L per m
252.9 L per m (+32.3)
Cargo space vs footprint
This DriveSize metric divides blended cargo volume by footprint.
Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure, using VDA where available and SAE otherwise.
It helps show how efficiently a car turns exterior area into usable cargo space.
119.8 L per m²
124.5 L per m² (+4.7)
How each car compares with its class average
Standard cargo capacity (VDA)
The standard cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
652 L
207 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
N/A
Largest cargo capacity (VDA)
The largest cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
If only one VDA figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
1,650 L
142 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
N/A
Standard cargo capacity (SAE)
The standard cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
N/A
1,495 L
58 L more cargo volume than the average Pickup
Largest cargo capacity (SAE)
The largest cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
If only one SAE figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
N/A
1,495 L
32 L less cargo volume than the average Pickup
DriveSize space efficiency score
DriveSize space efficiency compares blended cargo volume per square meter of footprint with the class average.
Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure within the selected cargo measurement method.
VDA scores compare with VDA class averages, and SAE scores compare with SAE class averages. Around 100% means in line with class average.
121%
VDA: above class average (+21%)
101%
SAE: above class average (+1%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
The 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning trades the extra access points of the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan for a more cohesive and solid body design with just 4 doors. Neither holds an advantage in passenger count, as both have a maximum of 5-seats. If you drive both cars, you'll feel the extreme 2.9 m turning circle difference every time you try to park the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning in a standard bay. You’ll feel every bit of that 1,018 kg difference when trying to accelerate or change direction in the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning compared to 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Measurements
Doors
5 (+1)
4
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
11.7 m
14.6 m (+2.9)
Curb weight
1,710 kg
2,728 kg (+1,018)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.7 m
0.5 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
14.6 m
1.5 m larger turning circle than the average Pickup
Curb weight
1,710 kg
78 kg heavier than the average Crossover
2,728 kg
477 kg heavier than the average Pickup
DriveSize manoeuvrability score
DriveSize manoeuvrability score combines turning circle and footprint, with turning circle weighted more heavily.
Around 100% means in line with the class average; higher scores indicate better manoeuvrability relative to similar cars.
97%
3% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
88%
12% less manoeuvrable than the average Pickup
Parking
Will the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan or 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning fit in a standard parking space?
2024 Volkswagen Tiguan parking fit score
DriveSize compares the car's width and length with typical parking-space sizes by region.
Vehicle dimensions are rounded up and available side or length clearance is rounded down.
Side clearance is based on body width excluding mirrors where available; real spaces can vary because of mirrors, walls, pillars, kerbs, bay markings, and nearby cars.
For an average USA / Canada space: body side clearance is 45 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 48 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
45 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
48 cm
2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning parking fit score
DriveSize compares the car's width and length with typical parking-space sizes by region.
Vehicle dimensions are rounded up and available side or length clearance is rounded down.
Side clearance is based on body width excluding mirrors where available; real spaces can vary because of mirrors, walls, pillars, kerbs, bay markings, and nearby cars.
For an average USA / Canada space: exceeds the bay's length by 42 cm.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
35.5 cm
Length over bay
42 cm
Overall length. Primary constraint.
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